Cocoa Powder Milk Solid Blend from Germany

Powdered blend of cocoa with added milk solids (under 21%) and over 5.5% butterfat equivalent, for use in beverage mixes or bakery fillings. Classified in 1806.90.18.00 as other cocoa food preparations not qualifying as retail candy.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

16%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Submit detailed compositional analysis; precise milk solids measurement prevents duty overpayment

Avoid retail-style packaging; use industrial drums to maintain non-candy status

Be aware of country-specific quotas (e.g

Ireland, UK) if product fits chocolate crumb definitions